New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his meeting with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, emphasized on the implementation of the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEEC) as a 'historic initiative ' to promote regional connectivity and prosperity. Al Nahyan.
During the talks on Thursday, Prime Minister Modi also conveyed his warm wishes for UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the foreign ministry statement said.
Prime Minister Modi expressed satisfaction over the frequent visits and high-level exchanges, including the visit of Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India in September 2024, which marked a generational continuity in bilateral ties.
The two leaders emphasized strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership, including in the areas of technology, energy and people-to-people ties, the statement said.
UAE Foreign Minister Zayed Al Nahyan shared the UAE's perspective on the prevailing situation in West Asia and the Prime Minister reiterated India's commitment to supporting long-term peace, stability and security in the region.
According to MEA, the Prime Minister thanked the UAE leadership for ensuring the well-being of the large and vibrant Indian community in the UAE.
Later, Prime Minister Modi told X that both countries were committed to peace, stability and security in West Asia and the wider region.
“Glad to receive UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HH AB Zayed. The comprehensive strategic partnership between India and the UAE is poised to reach unprecedented heights. We are committed to working towards peace, stability and security in West Asia and the wider region,” Prime Minister Modi said.
I am pleased to welcome Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, HH @ABZayed. The comprehensive strategic partnership between India and the UAE is poised to reach unprecedented heights. We are committed to working for peace, stability and security in West Asia and the broader region. pic.twitter.com/GmZtqjfxpC
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 12, 2024
Notably, UAE Deputy Prime Minister Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on Thursday to participate in the Fourth Strategic Dialogue and Fifteenth Joint Commission Meeting between India and the UAE.
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